Elokeshi and the Mahant
1875
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
1875
paint
From the collection of Victoria and Albert Museum
This painting shows a man sitting shirtless on a red mat, holding a fan while three women stand around him. The women wear bright blue and red clothes with gold jewelry, and one holds a mirror. Behind them is a fancy archway with swirling patterns in red, green, and gold. The man’s relaxed pose and the women’s detailed jewelry suggest a moment of daily life. The bold colors and simple shapes fit the *kalighat* style, a type of Indian folk art. Look up kalighat to see more paintings like this.
